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Sue Bird: Feedback after coming out as gay has been ‘great’

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 19:00:40 -0700

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Since opening up about being gay and dating Reign star Megan Rapinoe, Bird said she’s heard from dozens of family, friends and fans who have offered support. “Just tons of positives, good vibes, congrats and well wishes,” Bird said of the reaction.

Poll: Which Seattle team’s comeback win was the most impressive?

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 18:25:56 -0700

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Storm star Sue Bird says she’s dating the Reign’s Megan Rapinoe and opens up about being gay

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 10:24:17 -0700

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"I'm gay. Megan's my girlfriend. ... These aren't secrets to people who know me," Bird told ESPNW.

Seattle, a strong market for women’s basketball, geared up to host WNBA All-Stars

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 17:16:25 -0700

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Saturday’s game at KeyArena (12:30 p.m. on ABC) is just part of a week of special activities for basketball fans. “You’re trying to create some special memories not just for yourself, but for the fans,” says Storm forward Breanna Stewart.

Storm blows 18-point lead in loss to Chicago Sky

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 21:30:57 -0700

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The Storm began its WNBA game against the Chicago Sky in dominating fashion, leading by 18 points after the first quarter. And then, the Storm players watched their advantage slowly slip away in a 94-83 home loss.

WNBA All-Star Game 2017: Time, TV, rosters, events around Seattle

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 19:46:08 -0700

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Seattle hosts the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday. Here's all you need to know about the game and the events leading up to it.

Seattle Storm holds pregame rally supporting Planned Parenthood, amid mild protest

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 19:24:32 -0700

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The Storm’s game against Chicago featured an ownership-led initiative in support of the nonprofit that provides reproductive health care. Behind the few hundred people supporting Planned Parenthood outside KeyArena, there were four protesters standing with graphic photos.

Breanna Stewart tabbed as reserve in her first WNBA All-Star Game

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 18:46:50 -0700

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Breanna Stewart joins Storm teammate Sue Bird in WNBA All-Star Game in Seattle

Storm’s Sue Bird headlines WNBA’s Three-Point Contest

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:47:09 -0700

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Seattle Storm's Sue Bird is hometown favorite to win WNBA's 3-Point Contest on Saturday at KeyArena.

Response to Seattle Storm-Planned Parenthood partnership positive, co-owner says

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 17:48:15 -0700

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Some proceeds from Tuesday’s home game vs. Chicago will support the nonprofit that provides reproductive health care. The Storm has pledged to give $5 from each ticket sold to Planned Parenthood. “We thought that this was something we could do for our community,” Trudeau said.

‘You need to love whatever you do in life’: Meet the president of the WNBA

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 20:14:25 -0700

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Lisa Borders, who is midway into her second season as WNBA president, is uniquely qualified to lead the league, which started play in 1997 and brings its All-Star Game to Seattle on Saturday.

Crystal Langhorne perfect from field, leads Storm past Dream

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 20:33:04 -0700

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Crystal Langhorne was 9 for 9 from the field while scoring a season-high 20 points, leading the Storm to a 90-84 win Saturday at Key­Arena.

Poll: If a genie turned you into a professional athlete, which sport would you choose?

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 17:00:17 -0700

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Poll: Which Seattle team will finish the season with the best win-loss percentage?

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 20:09:59 -0700

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Storm looking to climb back to .500 before the All-Star break

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 19:52:00 -0700

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Seattle has gone 3-8 in its last 11 games, but wins on Saturday and Tuesday could help turn things around after the break.

Late call costly as Storm can’t overcome Connecticut, 83-79

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 17:32:14 -0700

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Breanna Stewart scores 22 points, but the Sun hangs on for an 83-79 victory at KeyArena on Wednesday afternoon.

Storm releases PSA in support of Planned Parenthood featuring Sue Bird, Breanna Stewart

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 14:15:14 -0700

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With the Storm set to host a Planned Parenthood night on July 18, the team released a PSA that includes Sue Bird, Breanna Stewart, Noelle Quinn and Sami Whitcomb.

Storm guard Sue Bird named to her record-tying 10th WNBA All-Star Game

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:45:59 -0700

Storm guard Sue Bird chosen as a starter for 2017 All-Star Game that will be played at KeyArena on July 22.

Seattle Storm defeat Los Angeles Sparks 81-69

Sat, 08 Jul 2017 21:42:02 -0700

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The Seattle Storm defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 81-69 at KeyArena, in Seattle, WA, Saturday, July 8, 2017.

Storm’s stars shine brightly as it knocks off defending WNBA champs

Sat, 08 Jul 2017 20:25:41 -0700

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Breanna Stewart, Jewell Loyd and Sue Bird lead the way as the Storm beat the Sparks 81-69.

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